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5 Common Risks That Small Businesses Face

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5 Common Risks That Small Businesses Face

by Roberta Silverglate, California Business Journal
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Businesses, whether big or small, face different risks and challenges that can hamper their growth and survival. The limited resources of small businesses make them particularly vulnerable to many risks that most companies face.

Furthermore, overcoming the loss from the risks can prove to be quite problematic for small businesses because of the lack of resources. It is why they should focus on staying away from business risks with a plan of mitigating strategies. Here is a list of five common risks that small businesses face with the solution of overcoming them.

1. Security Risk

The security risk posed by the internet is relatively high compared to physical danger. Cyber risk can result in financial loss and reputational damage too. Many businesses collect data about their customers, such as their name, address, IP address which is accessible on What Is My IP, phone number, and other personal details. Without proper cybersecurity measures, businesses and their customers are at risk.

Therefore, it is vital to have robust cybersecurity. It can be as basic as keeping the system updated or installing an antivirus. The key here is to take precautions. Small businesses should also have a mitigating strategy ready if they ever become prey to cybercrime.

2. Reputational Damage

The credibility of small businesses is generally lower than prominent brands. Therefore, the reputational damage can have a massive impact on a small business. In fact, for any small business, its reputation is of utmost value as it is what helps them convert into a big company. Therefore, damage to reputation can affect both the current and future customers of small businesses.

The key to avoiding reputational damage lies in keeping the customers happy. Therefore, the business should ensure that the customers have a positive experience. Furthermore, keeping an eye on customer reviews and feedback is crucial.

3. Financial Risks

Financial risk is one of the most significant risks that small businesses can face. It often comes in the form of cash flow risk. Many small businesses start with the help of investment from the founders themselves. As a result, a minimal money component is involved in the business, which raises the risk of cash flow. Maintaining a cash flow is vital to run the daily operational activities, paying the employees, and further growing the business.

The best way of avoiding financial risk is by judiciously using the money in the business. A proper financial plan is of great help. With a financial plan, companies can clearly understand the amount of money that needs to go into marketing, creating a product, or salary payment. Additionally, the company should set aside for emergencies such as natural disasters or recessions.

4. Operational Risk

Operational risk refers to risk in the day-to-day activities of the business. Primarily, operational risk arises from the errors of the internal members of the company. However, external factors such as natural disasters or pandemics can also threaten the operational risk of a business.

For example, the impact of Covid-19 hit directly on the operations of many companies, and as a result, many businesses had to be shut down. Therefore, taking care of operational risks is vital to ensure the survival of any small business.

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One can begin reducing the operational risk of their business by properly training their employees to commit fewer mistakes. Furthermore, companies should carefully design a contingency plan to help enterprises survive if any external force impacts them.

5. Competition Risk

The market of all sectors is flooded with small and big businesses. Therefore, a competition risk remains for all companies. If not taken care of the competition risk, the competing firms might acquire your customers. It can also result in financial trouble for the business.

The solution to lowering the competition risk lies in keeping an eye on the competitor. Furthermore, the founders should maintain the USP of their product and service. The founders should also be creative enough to find ways of getting a competitive edge. Also, keeping the customers happy reduces the competition risk of small businesses.

Running a business is always risky. On top of it, there are numerous risks that the founders need to take care of. To survive in the market, it is crucial for small businesses not only to identify the risks but also to have plans to lower and further fight the risks. Only then can a small business walk its path toward becoming big.

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